1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 33 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, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (469 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Ambassador | A8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
