1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 36 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 9 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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, 2005 BMW 330 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Hornet | 330 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
