1968 AMC AMX vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 743 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | AMC | Infiniti |
| Model | AMX | G37 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
