1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | AMC | Cadillac |
Model | Ambassador | CTS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |