1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 32 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | Z3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |