1968 AMC AMX vs. 2011 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1432 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.

Compare all specifications:

1968 AMC AMX 2011 GMC Yukon
Make AMC GMC
Model AMX Yukon
Year Released 1968 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6386 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 315 HP 352 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 517 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1377 kg 2809 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 5649 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2009 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1951 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3302 mm


 

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