1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 291 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Ambassador | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
