1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 115 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 206 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
