1968 AMC AMX vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 41 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 54 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 73 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2009 BMW 130 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | AMX | 130 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
