1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 22 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, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 332 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3152 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
