1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Ambassador | Touring |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
