2008 Acura TL vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 36 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
| Make | Acura | AMC |
| Model | TL | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3110 mm |
