1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 40 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Ambassador | A8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3122 mm |
