1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 101 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 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 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Hornet | 360 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
