1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 156 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AMC | Porsche |
Model | Hornet | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 293 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 Weight | 1349 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |