1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 41 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, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Ambassador | A8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2992 mm |
