1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 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 237 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
Make | AMC | Trabant |
Model | Ambassador | P 50 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2030 mm |