2001 AC Cobra vs. 1969 AMC Hornet
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 32 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, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 289 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Cobra. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 2001 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2001 AC Cobra 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:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 1969 AMC Hornet | |
| Make | AC | AMC |
| Model | Cobra | Hornet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
