1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 382 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ambassador | S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3170 mm |
