1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 2007 BMW 760
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 24 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 900 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.
Because 2007 BMW 760 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 2007 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Ambassador has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Ambassador will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 2007 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 760 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
