1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 63 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
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) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Ambassador | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |
