1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 24 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 20 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 411 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Hornet | SL |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |