1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 28 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, 1998 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 274 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, 1998 BMW 320 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1998 BMW 320 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Gremlin | 320 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |