1969 AMC AMX vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 3 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 5 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. (335 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 48 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | AMX | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
