1969 AMC AMX vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 72 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (268 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 203 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | AMX | 530 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
