2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 30 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 33 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2002 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2002 Alpina B 10 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:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
| Make | Alpina | AMC |
| Model | B 10 | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
