1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ambassador | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 821 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |