1969 AMC AMX vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 43 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1969 AMC AMX. (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1123 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.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC AMX. (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | AMC | Bentley |
| Model | AMX | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3066 mm |
