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AMC Ambassador SST 6.5

General information

ModelAMC Ambassador SST 6.5
Year1972
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6571 ccm (400.96 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement6571 ccm (400.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power258.50 PS (190 kW or 255 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque468.00 Nm (47.7 kgf-m or 345.2 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke105.6 x 93.4 mm (4.2 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1514 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Dimensions and weight

Weight1707 kg (3,763.3 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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