1969 AMC AMX vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 41 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 165 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 564 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC AMX | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | AMC | Chrysler |
Model | AMX | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6384 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3078 mm |