1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 207 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC has manual transmission. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ambassador | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71 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 | 1657 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
