1968 AMC AMX vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Honda Legend. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 293 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 1968 AMC AMX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | AMX | Legend |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |