1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1968 AMC AMX
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 23 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 107 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 142 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1968 AMC AMX | |
| Make | Alpine | AMC |
| Model | V6 | AMX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
