1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 40 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Evora 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 | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | AMC | Lotus |
| Model | Ambassador | Evora |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2576 mm |
