1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 40 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, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 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 2010 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2010 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 | 2010 BMW 330 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 330 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
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 | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |