1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 23 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 93 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.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | AMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Ambassador | Continental |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |
