1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 133 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | AMC | Jensen |
Model | Gremlin | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |