1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2011 Lexus LX
To start off, 2011 Lexus LX 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LX weights approximately 916 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 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2011 Lexus LX | |
| Make | AMC | Lexus |
| Model | Ambassador | LX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
