1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 525 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 2005 BMW 525 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 2005 BMW 525. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Ambassador has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Ambassador will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 525 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
