1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2005 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2005 Porsche GT2 is newer by 35 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 273 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, 2005 Porsche GT2 (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2005 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Gremlin | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
