1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 41 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 117 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 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2968 mm |