1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 74 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | AMC | Porsche |
Model | Hornet | Boxster |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2416 mm |