1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1982 Austin Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 BMW 502 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 1954 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador, 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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Ambassador | 1954 BMW 502 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 502 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2578 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |