1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Ambassador | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2687 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2420 mm |
