1968 AMC AMX vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 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 162 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 525 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | AMX | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 179 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 | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
