1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2001 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 29 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 128 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2001 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ambassador | XLR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |
