1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1981 BMW 725
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 11 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1981 BMW 725 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Gremlin | 725 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |