1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham 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 73 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
Make | AMC | Holden |
Model | Ambassador | Brougham |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |