1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2003 Infiniti I is newer by 33 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, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 138 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I.
Because 1970 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | AMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Ambassador | I |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
