1968 AMC AMX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 223 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 AMC AMX. (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AMX | SL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
