1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 40 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, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 529 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.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Gremlin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Gremlin | 335 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
