1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 27 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 335 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
