1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Mini Clubman
To start off, both 1972 AMC Ambassador and 1972 Mini Clubman 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 195 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (60 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1972 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mini Clubman, 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (95 Nm @ 2550 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1972 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1972 Mini Clubman 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 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | AMC | Mini |
| Model | Ambassador | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2550 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2040 mm |
