1969 AMC AMX vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 44 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 132 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 127 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 AMC AMX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | AMC | Mini |
| Model | AMX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2467 mm |
