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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 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 362 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 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 | 4981 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |