1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2000 Ford Artic
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic 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 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 127 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. 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 (469 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2000 Ford Artic | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | Artic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3200 mm |
