1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Citroen SM
To start off, both 1972 AMC Ambassador and 1972 Citroen SM were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 184 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1972 Citroen SM has manual transmission. 1972 Citroen SM 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 Citroen SM | |
Make | AMC | Citroen |
Model | Ambassador | SM |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |