1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1984 BMW M6
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1969 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 BMW M6 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 1984 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin Maxi, 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1984 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maxi | M6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
