1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 12 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, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 43 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, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | AMC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Ambassador | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
