1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 37 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 683 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, 2007 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 2007 BMW 650 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Gremlin | 650 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |