1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2004 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 32 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 288 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2004 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2004 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | AMC | Bristol |
| Model | Ambassador | Fighter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 787 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
