1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 5 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
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) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Hornet | Dino |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 249 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
