1968 AMC AMX vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 160 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 583 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | AMX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 4330 mm |
