1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 37 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, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 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 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 330 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
