1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 39 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, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 42 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Gremlin | 125 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
