1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2009 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 653 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1970 AMC Gremlin has manual transmission. 1970 AMC Gremlin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2009 BMW 730 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Gremlin | 730 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
