1968 AMC AMX vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 AMC AMX. (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1157 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | AMX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3683 mm |
