1968 AMC AMX vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 933 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.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 AMC AMX. (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AMX | ML |
| 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 | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 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 | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2913 mm |
