1968 AMC AMX vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 37 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 167 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | AMX | 320 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
