1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 1969 AMC Hornet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Porsche 356. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1960 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 569 kg more than 1960 Porsche 356. 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. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1960 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1960 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 AMC Hornet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Hornet | 356 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
