1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
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 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo 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 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo 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 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | AMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ambassador | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 334 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 | 1657 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
