2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1970 AMC Gremlin
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 34 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 469 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1970 AMC Gremlin | |
| Make | Alpina | AMC |
| Model | B3 | Gremlin |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
