1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1982 BMW 328
To start off, both 1982 Austin Ambassador and 1982 BMW 328 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 328 (115 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 328 weights approximately 255 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 BMW 328 (210 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm). This means 1982 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1982 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 328 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
