1969 AMC AMX vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 38 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 234 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
Because 1969 AMC AMX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | AMX | 807 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
