1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 39 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (217 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Ambassador | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
