1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 38 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 147 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 120 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |