1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1949 BMW 340 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Gremlin | 340 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
