1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 38 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 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
Make | AMC | Bentley |
Model | Hornet | Azure |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 6760 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3120 mm |