1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera is newer by 30 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, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2000 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Cerbera 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 | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | AMC | TVR |
| Model | Ambassador | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
