1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 42 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | AMC | Infiniti |
Model | Ambassador | EX |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2799 mm |