1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1968 AMC AMX
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 587 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1968 AMC AMX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | GTA | AMX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
