1968 AMC AMX vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 181 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AMC | Subaru |
| Model | AMX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
