1969 AMC AMX vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 31 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1969 AMC AMX. (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 288 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC AMX. (583 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | AMX | 550 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
