1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 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 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 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 | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Hornet | F40 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
