1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2000 BMW M3
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 28 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, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 87 kg more than 2000 BMW M3.
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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW M3. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2000 BMW M3 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | M3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |