1968 AMC AMX vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 34 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | AMX | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2774 mm |
