1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 470 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 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | Flex |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2994 mm |
