1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2006 BMW 550
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 37 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, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 376 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 550 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 | 2006 BMW 550 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Hornet | 550 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
