USA vs USA — 1970 vs 1969
| AMX 390 Big Bad | Hurst SC/Rambler A-Scheme | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 325 hp | 315 hp |
| Torque | 425 lb-ft | 420 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 6,391 cc | 6,391 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.6 sec | 6.3 sec |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 120 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.4 sec | 14.2 sec |
| Weight | 3,300 lbs | 3,200 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,794 mm | 2,667 mm |
| Length | 4,877 mm | 4,724 mm |
| Units Produced | 4,116 | 1,512 |
| Original MSRP | $3,395 | $2,998 |
| Value (Excellent) | $65,000 | $145,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 9/10 |
Two outstanding machines, each with compelling strengths. The 1970 AMC AMX 390 Big Bad excels in higher top speed, better value, while the 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler A-Scheme stands out for quicker acceleration, greater rarity, stronger collectibility. The best advice? Drive both if you can, then follow your instincts.
The 1970 AMC AMX 390 Big Bad and 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler A-Scheme share a manufacturer in AMC, but that's where the similarities get interesting. These two models reveal the versatility and ambition of the AMC brand. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1970 AMC AMX 390 Big Bad producing 325 hp and the 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler A-Scheme delivering 315 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the AMC AMX uses a V8 OHV (AMC 390) displacing 6,391 cc, while the AMC Hurst SC/Rambler relies on a V8 OHV with 6,391 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler A-Scheme edges ahead at 6.3 seconds versus 6.6 seconds. On the collector market, the 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler A-Scheme commands a significant premium over the 1970 AMC AMX 390 Big Bad, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.