1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 3 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 153 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino 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 | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | Torino |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
