1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 1969 AMC Hornet is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet. 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1955 Buick 40 | |
| Make | AMC | Buick |
| Model | Hornet | 40 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3110 mm |
