1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Bizzarrini Manta
To start off, both 1972 AMC Ambassador and 1972 Bizzarrini Manta were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
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. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1972 Bizzarrini Manta has manual transmission. 1972 Bizzarrini Manta 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 | 1972 Bizzarrini Manta | |
| Make | AMC | Bizzarrini |
| Model | Ambassador | Manta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
