1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 30 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 34 more horse power than 2002 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 192 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Ambassador | Falcon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |