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American Motors struggled to establish the sort of market identity that the other manufacturers had gained. Its "character" car, possibly aimed at the Chevrolet Corvette, was the curious AMX two-seat coupe.
Specifications:
Engine
Type: V8
Construction: cast-iron block and cylinder heads
Valve gear: 2 valves per cylinder operated by a single camshaft, pushrods and rockers
Bore & Stroke: 4.16 x 3.57 in
Displacement: 390 cubic inch
Compression Ratio: 10.2:1
Induction System: single 4-barrel carb
Maximum Power: 315 bhp at 4,600 rpm
Maximum torque: 426 lb-ft at 3,200 rpm
Transmission
3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual
Body/Chassis
Integral with two door steel coupe body
Running Gear
Steering: Recirculating ball
Front suspension: Wishbones with coil springs and shocks
Rear suspension: Rigid axle with leaf springs and shocks
Brakes: Drums (front and rear)
Wheels: Steel, 14 inch diameter
Tires: E70 x 14 inch
Dimensions
Length: 177 inches
Width: 71.5 inches
Height: 51.7 inches
Wheelbase: 97 inches
Track: 58.8 inches (front), 57 inches (rear)
Weight: 3,400 lbs.
Production Years: 1968,1969,1970
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