1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 43 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (409 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 434 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gremlin | SLK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4146 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
