1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 8 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 28 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | AMC | Pontiac |
Model | Ambassador | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 6545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |