1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 501 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Ambassador | Tundra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3220 mm |