1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1994 BMW M5

To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 806 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 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 1994 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Austin Maxi 1994 BMW M5
Make Austin BMW
Model Maxi M5
Year Released 1980 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1485 cc 3793 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 105 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
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1786 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2730 mm