1969 AMC AMX vs. 1992 BMW 525
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 23 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 199 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 158 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1992 BMW 525 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | AMX | 525 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
