1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2008 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 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 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 16 kg more 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 120 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 | 2008 BMW 120 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Hornet | 120 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
