1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1994 Bugatti EB 110
To start off, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 3,499 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Austin Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 (612 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1994 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Austin | Bugatti |
| Model | Ambassador | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 612 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
