1968 AMC AMX vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 43 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 10 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 423 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | AMC | Acura |
| Model | AMX | TL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |
