2007 Acura RL vs. 1968 AMC AMX
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 39 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 198 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1968 AMC AMX | |
| Make | Acura | AMC |
| Model | RL | AMX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
