1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 33 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 257 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
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 @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari F430. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari F430 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 | 2005 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ambassador | F430 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
