1969 AMC AMX vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 7 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 483 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC AMX | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | AMX | Estate |
Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6384 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |