1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 358 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | AMC | Subaru |
| Model | Ambassador | Forester |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
