1973 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maxi | 328 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
