1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 40 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 231 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 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 AMC Hornet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Hornet | R8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
