1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 39 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 547 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | AMC | Tesla |
Model | Ambassador | Roadster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2352 mm |