1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Ambassador | Taurus |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2868 mm |