1968 AMC AMX vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1238 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 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser. (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | AMX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |