1974 AMC Hornet 360 V8 Specifications

1974 AMC Hornet Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Hatchback version of the Hornet model has a 5896 cc (359.7 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular AMC Hornet 360 V8 has a 3 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1974 AMC Hornet Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1974 AMC Hornet reaches its peak power of 177 bhp (131 kW) @ 4000 rpm.

Torque:

The 1974 AMC Hornet produces torque measuring 285 lb-ft (386.4 Nm) @ 2400 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The Hornet weighs around 1485 kg (3273 lb). The 1974 AMC Hornet Power to weight is 119.1 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 191.9 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1974 AMC Hornet 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1974 AMC Hornet has a top speed of 116 mph (186.6 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1974 AMC Hornet accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 8.70 seconds or 0-100kph in 9.0s. The 1974 AMC Hornet estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 14.96 seconds with a trap speed of 81.4 mph.

1974 Hornet 360 V8 Rivals:

• 1991 Mercedes 600 SEL V140
• 2005 Bentley Continental GTC 6.0 W12 Cabrio
• 2009 Volkswagen-VW Scirocco R 2.0 Turbo

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• 1974 Hornet Rivals List.
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