1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1970 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, both 1970 AMC Ambassador and 1970 Maserati Ghibli were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Ghibli (331 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 Maserati Ghibli.
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. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1970 Maserati Ghibli has manual transmission. 1970 Maserati Ghibli 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.
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1970 AMC Ambassador | 1970 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | AMC | Maserati |
Model | Ambassador | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |