1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII

To start off, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 21 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1954 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII.

Compare all specifications:

1972 AMC Ambassador 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
Make AMC Lincoln
Model Ambassador Mark VIII
Year Released 1972 1993
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5899 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 220 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 428 Nm 386 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103.6 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.3 mm 90 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1803 kg 3757 kg
Vehicle Length 5330 mm 5255 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1361 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2870 mm


 

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