1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (415 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 218 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (539 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.

Compare all specifications:

1972 AMC Ambassador 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make AMC Mercedes-Benz
Model Ambassador SLK
Year Released 1972 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6571 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 255 HP 415 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 469 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1828 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 5330 mm 4102 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1793 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2431 mm


 

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