1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 37 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, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 122 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.
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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2009 BMW 750 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 750 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3130 mm |