1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1963 BMW 1800
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 184 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1963 BMW 1800 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Gremlin | 1800 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |