1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 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 Q5 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | AMC | Audi |
Model | Ambassador | Q5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2807 mm |