1969 AMC AMX vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 42 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 20 more horse power than 2011 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1222 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | AMC | GMC |
| Model | AMX | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 2624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3302 mm |
