1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 37 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 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 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Ambassador | S2000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |