1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 BMW 550
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 36 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, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 2006 BMW 550 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 550 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2890 mm |