1972 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Maxi | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
