1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 35 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 97 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 26 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Hornet | 316 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
