1968 AMC AMX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 408 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AMX | SLK |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| 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 | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
