1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1962 Bristol 407
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 218 kg more than 1962 Bristol 407. 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1962 Bristol 407 | |
Make | AMC | Bristol |
Model | Ambassador | 407 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2910 mm |