1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 107 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ambassador | Bel Air |
Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2930 mm |