1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 32 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 327 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2004 Lotus Esprit 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 | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | AMC | Lotus |
| Model | Ambassador | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |
