2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 31 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 364 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
| Make | Alpina | AMC |
| Model | B7 | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3110 mm |
