1968 AMC AMX vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 42 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 5 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1025 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Savana. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | AMC | GMC |
Model | AMX | Savana |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3429 mm |