1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 27 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 536 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | AMC | Italdesign |
Model | Ambassador | Nazca |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |