1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 20 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, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 107 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 540 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |