1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1994 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 22 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 197 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1994 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
Model | Ambassador | Virage |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |