1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2003 BMW 320

To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 33 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.

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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

1970 AMC Gremlin 2003 BMW 320
Make AMC BMW
Model Gremlin 320
Year Released 1970 2003
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4982 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.2 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.3 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 67 L


 

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