1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 330 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
