1969 AMC AMX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 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 118 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 910 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | AMX | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
