1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1976 BMW 3.3
To start off, 1976 BMW 3.3 is newer by 4 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 142 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1976 BMW 3.3 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 3.3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |