1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome 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 165 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1301 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1958 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1958 Berkeley Foursome 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 | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | AMC | Berkeley |
Model | Ambassador | Foursome |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 1990 mm |