1969 AMC AMX vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1969 AMC AMX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar 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 203 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 2 kg more than 1968 Mercury Cougar. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | AMC | Mercury |
| Model | AMX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
