1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 484 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Gremlin | 550 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
