USA vs USA — 1970 vs 1969
| AMX 390 Go Package | Hurst SC/Rambler A-Scheme | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 325 hp | 315 hp |
| Torque | 420 lb-ft | 420 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 6,392 cc | 6,391 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4 sec | 6.3 sec |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 120 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.3 sec | 14.2 sec |
| Weight | — | 3,200 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,438 mm | 2,667 mm |
| Length | 4,572 mm | 4,724 mm |
| Units Produced | 4,116 | 1,512 |
| Original MSRP | — | $2,998 |
| Value (Excellent) | $90,000 | $145,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 9/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1970 AMC AMX 390 Go Package brings higher top speed, better value to the table, and the 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler A-Scheme answers with quicker acceleration, greater rarity, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
AMC has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1970 AMC AMX 390 Go Package with the 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler A-Scheme highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1970 AMC AMX 390 Go Package producing 325 hp and the 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler A-Scheme delivering 315 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler A-Scheme edges ahead at 6.3 seconds versus 6.4 seconds. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler A-Scheme rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.