1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 147 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | Alpina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
