1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet 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 10 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 3 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 | 1971 BMW 3 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Hornet | 3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
