1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1988 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 284 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin Virage 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 | 1988 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ambassador | Virage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
