1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 67 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gremlin | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |
