1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, both 1972 AMC Ambassador and 1972 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 53 kg more than 1972 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | AMC | Jensen |
Model | Ambassador | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 6275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |