1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | AMC | Bristol |
| Model | Ambassador | 411 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2910 mm |
