1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1989 BMW 750
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 20 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 451 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 1989 BMW 750 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Hornet | 750 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |