1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 206 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 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Hornet | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
