1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Ambassador | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Ambassador | 1600 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |