1969 AMC AMX vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1969 AMC AMX. (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 133 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC AMX. (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | AMX | Viper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
