1969 AMC AMX vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 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 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 AMC AMX. (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 118 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | AMX | 360 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
