1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Cadillac Calais
To start off, both 1972 AMC Ambassador and 1972 Cadillac Calais were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Cadillac Calais (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 348 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1972 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ambassador | Calais |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3310 mm |
