1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | AMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Ambassador | 300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3050 mm |
