1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 23 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 13 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ambassador | 280 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3610 mm |
