1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 781 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1957 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1957 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Ambassador | 356 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2110 mm |
