1969 AMC AMX vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
Because 2012 BMW 535 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 BMW 535 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | AMX | 535 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
