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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 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 392 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ambassador | R |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2990 mm |