1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 87 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | AMC | Cadillac |
Model | Ambassador | ATS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2776 mm |