1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 14 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 377 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 505 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 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ambassador | 505 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
