1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 14 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 41 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ambassador | 500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3080 mm |