1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 43 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, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 170 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2013 BMW M5 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 | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | M5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2889 mm |