1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 42 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 67 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Hornet | 118 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| 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 | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
