1969 AMC AMX vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 27 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 139 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 293 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1996 BMW 528 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | AMX | 528 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
