1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 39 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 53 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 213 kg more than 2011 BMW 123. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 123 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
