1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 16 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 324 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Gremlin | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 290 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
