1968 AMC AMX vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series 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 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 562 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 AMC AMX. (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | AMX | 6 series |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2968 mm |