1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1999 BMW 318
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 30 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 96 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 96 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 318 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 | 1999 BMW 318 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Hornet | 318 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
