1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 561 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 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | AMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Hornet | 300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| 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 | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3060 mm |
