1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1970 AMC Ambassador is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 403 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 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 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ambassador | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
