1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Ambassador | Defender |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3230 mm |
