1969 AMC AMX vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1970 Land Rover Serie II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX 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) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 98 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | AMX | Serie II |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
