1969 AMC AMX vs. 1971 Buick GS
To start off, 1971 Buick GS is newer by 2 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 230 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1971 Buick GS | |
| Make | AMC | Buick |
| Model | AMX | GS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
