1969 AMC AMX vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 30 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 149 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 178 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
Because 1969 AMC AMX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | AMX | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
