1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 806 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 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | AMC | Infiniti |
Model | Ambassador | QX56 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 532 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1976 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3129 mm |