1969 AMC AMX vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1969 AMC AMX. (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 198 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC AMX | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | AMC | Lamborghini |
Model | AMX | Diablo |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6384 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |