1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1995 BMW M5
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW M5 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 1995 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Maxi | 1995 BMW M5 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Maxi | M5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |