1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 36 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, 2006 Lexus GS (217 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
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, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 2006 Lexus GS | |
Make | AMC | Lexus |
Model | Ambassador | GS |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |