1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 36 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, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 371 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2006 BMW M3 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Gremlin | M3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
