1968 AMC AMX vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano 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 55 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 382 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 1968 AMC AMX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | AMX | Murano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2824 mm |
