1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 338 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
