1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 BMW 745
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 458 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2006 BMW 745 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 745 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 245 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 | 1657 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |