1968 AMC AMX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 44 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (415 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 233 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (539 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | AMX | SLK |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4102 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1793 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2431 mm |