1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | Ambassador | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 97.8 mm |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3130 mm |