1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 31 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 20 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 95 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 730 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 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 730 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2940 mm |
