1968 AMC AMX vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy 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 186 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 8 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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 Mazda Premacy, 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | AMC | Mazda |
Model | AMX | Premacy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |