1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4

To start off, both 1972 AMC Ambassador and 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (310 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 575 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4.

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 (469 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (433 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 Ferrari 365 GT4
Make AMC Ferrari
Model Ambassador 365 GT4
Year Released 1972 1972
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6571 cc 4388 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 255 HP 310 HP
Torque 469 Nm 433 Nm
Top Speed 175 km/hour 233 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1828 kg 1253 kg
Vehicle Length 5330 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2710 mm


 

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