1968 AMC AMX vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 186 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 237 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 AMC AMX 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make AMC Toyota
Model AMX Land Cruiser
Year Released 1968 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6386 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 315 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 21.2:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1377 kg 1614 kg
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2610 mm


 

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