1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring 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 170 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 798 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1971 BMW Touring | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | Touring |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 71 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |