1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 3 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 54 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
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) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Gremlin | Dino |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
