1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 35 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 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 | 2007 BMW 550 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 550 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2890 mm |
