1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Ambassador | Charger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3050 mm |
