1969 AMC AMX vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 192 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 156 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AMC | Subaru |
| Model | AMX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
