1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1971 Buick GS
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 171 kg more than 1971 Buick GS. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1971 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1971 Buick GS 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 | 1971 Buick GS | |
| Make | AMC | Buick |
| Model | Ambassador | GS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
