1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 402 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 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Hornet | CTS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.7 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
