1968 AMC AMX vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 373 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | AMX | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3650 mm |
