1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 27 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 13 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1999 BMW 740 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 740 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
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 | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2940 mm |