1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Avanti Avanti
To start off, both 1972 AMC Ambassador and 1972 Avanti Avanti 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 26 more horse power than 1972 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1972 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 328 kg more than 1972 Avanti Avanti. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1972 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | AMC | Avanti |
Model | Ambassador | Avanti |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |