1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 652 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
Make | AMC | Austin |
Model | Ambassador | A 55 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |