1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 44 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 651 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 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Hornet | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2855 mm |
