1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 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 79 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 142 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 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 BMW X1 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | X1 |
| 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 | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
