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AMC Ambassador SST 5.0

General information

ModelAMC Ambassador SST 5.0
Year1972
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating66.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4982 ccm (304.00 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4982 ccm (304.00 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power152.10 PS (112 kW or 150 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Max torque332.00 Nm (33.9 kgf-m or 244.9 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.4:1
Bore x stroke95.2 x 87.3 mm (3.7 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed157.0 km/h (97.6 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0930 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1636 kg (3,606.8 pounds)
Overall length5370 mm (211.4 inches)
Overall width1970 mm (77.6 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase3110 mm (122.4 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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