1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 14 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 49 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Gremlin | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |
