1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 34 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 173 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. 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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 530 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2979 cc |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 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 | 1803 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |