1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 66 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
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 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR 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 | 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ambassador | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
