1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 487 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. 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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore | |
Make | AMC | Opel |
Model | Ambassador | Commodore |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |