1969 AMC AMX vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 8 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 182 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 22 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | AMX | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
