1969 AMC AMX vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 AMC AMX. (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | AMX | 650 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
