1968 AMC AMX vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 120 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 854 kg more 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | AMC | GMC |
Model | AMX | Savana |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3429 mm |