1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 43 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 746 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Hornet | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2954 mm |
