1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 600 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 2011 BMW 335 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 2011 BMW 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | 335 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2761 mm |
