1960 AC Aceca vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 888 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
Make | AC | AMC |
Model | Aceca | Ambassador |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3110 mm |