1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1969 AMC Hornet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 411 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) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 329 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 411. 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hornet | 411 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
