1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 16 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ambassador | 300 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3080 mm |