1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice 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 Holden Caprice (262 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 63 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.
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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Ambassador | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3009 mm |
