1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante 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 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante 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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | AMC | Panoz |
Model | Hornet | Esperante |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |