1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 525 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2968 mm |