1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1603 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gremlin | 600 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3910 mm |