1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 273 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 125 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
