1968 AMC AMX vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1217 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 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | AMX | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2947 mm |
