1969 AMC AMX vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1969 AMC AMX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 498 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC AMX. (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC AMX | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | AMX | Riviera |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6384 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 99.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |