1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1996 BMW 535
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 27 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, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 261 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 535 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 | 1996 BMW 535 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Hornet | 535 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 243 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
