1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2009 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 962 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SSC Aero weights approximately 126 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2009 SSC Aero | |
| Make | AMC | SSC |
| Model | Gremlin | Aero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1090 mm |
