1969 AMC AMX vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 39 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 112 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 198 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | AMX | 330 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
