1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Ambassador | NSX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |