1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 304 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Maestro | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
