1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 838 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | AMC | Land Rover |
Model | Ambassador | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2890 mm |