1968 AMC AMX vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-250. (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | AMX | F-250 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3967 mm |