1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1061 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Hornet | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3505 mm |
