1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1970 AMC Ambassador is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 785 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1955 Triumph TR2 has manual transmission. 1955 Triumph TR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | AMC | Triumph |
| Model | Ambassador | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2250 mm |
