1969 AMC AMX vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 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 145 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | AMX | Express |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3440 mm |
