1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1995 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 23 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 176 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1995 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
Model | Ambassador | Virage |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 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 | 1828 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |