1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 51 kg more than 1967 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AMC | Jensen |
| Model | Ambassador | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
