1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1970 AMC Ambassador is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 710 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | AMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Ambassador | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3800 mm |
