1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 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 112 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 212 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 118 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |