1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 818 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ambassador | 600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 6332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 2475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3210 mm |