1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 26 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 133 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ambassador | 456M |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |
