1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 43 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 961 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Ambassador | E-Series |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3505 mm |