1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1980 Ferrari Pinin
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Pinin is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 180 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.
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, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Pinin has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Pinin 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 | 1980 Ferrari Pinin | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ambassador | Pinin |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
