1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1004 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 209 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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | AMC | Zenvo |
| Model | Gremlin | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3055 mm |
