1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | AMC | Land Rover |
Model | Ambassador | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2891 mm |