1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 236 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS.
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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2002 Lexus IS | |
| Make | AMC | Lexus |
| Model | Ambassador | IS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
