1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 281 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ambassador | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |