1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 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. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 123 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Gremlin | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2979 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 | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
