1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 13 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 693 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1985 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1985 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
| Make | Alpine | AMC |
| Model | V6 | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3110 mm |
