1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 41 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 222 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | AMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ambassador | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
