1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 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 176 more horse power than 1968 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 758 kg more than 1968 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1968 Saab 99 | |
| Make | AMC | Saab |
| Model | Ambassador | 99 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
