1968 AMC AMX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 68 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (247 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 338 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | AMX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
