1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 BMW 323
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 35 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 BMW 323 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 323 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 226 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 | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
