1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2001 BMW X Coupe
To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 32 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 29 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 246 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 AMC Hornet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2001 BMW X Coupe | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Hornet | X Coupe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
