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AMC Ambassador SST Station Wagon 5.8

General information

ModelAMC Ambassador SST Station Wagon 5.8
Year1972
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating67.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5899 ccm (359.96 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5899 ccm (359.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power223.10 PS (164 kW or 220 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque428 Nm (43.6 kgf-m or 315.7 ft.lbs) at 3100 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke103.6 x 87.3 mm (4.1 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1237 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1803 kg (3,974.9 pounds)
Overall length5330 mm (209.8 inches)
Overall width1970 mm (77.6 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase3110 mm (122.4 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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