1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 34 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ambassador | SL |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |