2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 35 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
Make | Alpina | AMC |
Model | B5 | Ambassador |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |