1996 AC Cobra vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 24 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, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 802 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1996 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1996 AC Cobra 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:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
| Make | AC | AMC |
| Model | Cobra | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3110 mm |
