1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1978 BMW M1
To start off, 1978 BMW M1 is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 133 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1978 BMW M1 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Gremlin | M1 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 116 L |