1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1973 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 58 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1973 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1973 Chevrolet Impala 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 | 1973 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Impala |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3100 mm |
