1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 39 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1236 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | AMC | Bentley |
Model | Hornet | Arnage |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3120 mm |