1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown 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) has 175 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 573 kg more than 1963 Toyota Crown. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Ambassador | Crown |
Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |