1968 AMC AMX vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS 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 38 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 453 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2005 Lexus LS | |
| Make | AMC | Lexus |
| Model | AMX | LS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| 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 | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
