1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3510 mm |
