1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 128 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2006 BMW 545 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 545 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2890 mm |