1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 331 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ambassador | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 506 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |