1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 203 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 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gremlin | B |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 56 L |
