1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1126 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.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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 Continental GTC | |
| Make | AMC | Bentley |
| Model | Hornet | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
