1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 101 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ambassador | 407 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
