1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2000 Porsche 3400
To start off, 2000 Porsche 3400 is newer by 28 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, 2000 Porsche 3400 (310 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 3400 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
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, 2000 Porsche 3400 (359 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 3400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2000 Porsche 3400 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Ambassador | 3400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
