1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 8 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | AMC | Subaru |
Model | Ambassador | Legacy |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |