1968 AMC AMX vs. 2005 BMW 525

To start off, 2005 BMW 525 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 154 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

1968 AMC AMX 2005 BMW 525
Make AMC BMW
Model AMX 525
Year Released 1968 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6386 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 315 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 105.8 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.8 mm 82.8 mm
Top Speed 230 km/hour 230 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1377 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2730 mm


 

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