1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1978 BMW 628
To start off, 1978 BMW 628 is newer by 6 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 10 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1978 BMW 628 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 628 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
