1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 455 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.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
Make | AMC | GMC |
Model | Ambassador | Acadia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
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 | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3020 mm |