1969 AMC AMX vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 40 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 38 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 123 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | AMX | 135 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
