1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Ambassador | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
