1985 BMW M5 vs. 1984 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1985 BMW M5 is newer by 1 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 295 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 1985 BMW M5 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 1985 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 1984 Austin Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Austin Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 BMW M5 | 1984 Austin Ambassador | |
Make | BMW | Austin |
Model | M5 | Ambassador |
Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |