1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 29 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 765 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 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Ambassador | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |
