1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 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 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ambassador | 62 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3300 mm |
