1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 392 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Mistral 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 | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | AMC | Maserati |
| Model | Ambassador | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
