1969 AMC AMX vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 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 192 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 318 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | AMX | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
