1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 20 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 382 kg more than 1992 Alpina B6. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1992 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1992 Alpina B6 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:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
| Make | Alpina | AMC |
| Model | B6 | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
