1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 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 128 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 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 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | AMC | Land Rover |
Model | Ambassador | 109 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |