1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 653 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | AMC | GMC |
| Model | Ambassador | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3645 mm |
