1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 964 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 84 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.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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 Bugatti Veyron (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1072 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | AMC | Bugatti |
| Model | Ambassador | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 1184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
