1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger 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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (372 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | AMC | Dodge |
Model | Ambassador | Challenger |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5022 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2946 mm |