1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | AMC | Mercury |
Model | Ambassador | Comet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4738 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |