1968 AMC AMX vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 166 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 658 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | AMX | Quantum |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3120 mm |