1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 962 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | AMC | Cadillac |
Model | Ambassador | Escalade |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3302 mm |