1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 484 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Ambassador | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2280 mm |
