1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 AMC Javelin

To start off, both 1972 AMC Ambassador and 1972 AMC Javelin were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 104 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (151 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 378 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1972 AMC Javelin has manual transmission. 1972 AMC Javelin 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 1972 AMC Javelin
Make AMC AMC
Model Ambassador Javelin
Year Released 1972 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6571 cc 4982 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 255 HP 151 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 469 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 105.6 mm 95.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.4 mm 87.3 mm
Top Speed 175 km/hour 164 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1828 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 5330 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2800 mm