1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 445 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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Hornet | XJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |
