1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, 1982 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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, 1982 Porsche 911 (170 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 7 kg more than 1982 Porsche 911.
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, 1982 Porsche 911 (258 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm). This means 1982 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1982 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Gremlin | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
