1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3440 mm |
