1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 10 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 26 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ambassador | 380 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
