1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
