1968 AMC AMX vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 45 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1118 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 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 AMC AMX. (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | AMC | Bentley |
Model | AMX | Continental |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2746 mm |