1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 952 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 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | AMC | GMC |
| Model | Ambassador | Savana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3440 mm |
