1969 AMC AMX vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1969 AMC AMX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC AMX | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | AMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | AMX | 88 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6384 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |