1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 707 kg more than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | AMC | Triumph |
| Model | Ambassador | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2140 mm |
