1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 31 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 167 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | AMC | Nissan |
Model | Ambassador | 350Z |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |