1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 95 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 AMC Hornet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 AMC Hornet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Hornet | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |