1968 AMC AMX vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 161 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | AMX | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |
