1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 42 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, 2012 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
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, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | AMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Gremlin | M |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
