1968 AMC AMX vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 177 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 AMC AMX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | AMX | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
