1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 36 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (188 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 488 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ambassador | R |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2990 mm |