1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 254 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | AMC | Land Rover |
Model | Ambassador | Discovery |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |