1981 Austin Maxi vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maxi | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
