1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1984 Austin Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Ambassador has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Ambassador will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Ambassador | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2746 mm |
