1969 AMC AMX vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 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 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 AMC AMX. (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 284 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.
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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | AMC | Infiniti |
| Model | AMX | G37 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1686 kg |
