1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 648 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Ambassador | EJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
