1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 303 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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | AMC | Dodge |
Model | Ambassador | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 7350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4330 mm |