1969 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 38 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maxi | 328 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
