1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 38 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1045 kg more 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
Make | AMC | Bentley |
Model | Ambassador | Azure |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 414 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 99 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3120 mm |