1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1976 BMW 628
To start off, 1976 BMW 628 is newer by 6 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, 1976 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Gremlin (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1976 BMW 628 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Gremlin | 628 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
