1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 29 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 17 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (468 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 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 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ambassador | 360 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
