1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 29 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 299 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | AMC | Lotus |
| Model | Hornet | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
