1969 AMC AMX vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1971 Lotus Seven 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 255 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 808 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | AMC | Lotus |
| Model | AMX | Seven |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2240 mm |
