1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 168 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AMC | Porsche |
Model | Gremlin | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |