1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1983 BMW 316
To start off, both 1983 Austin Maestro and 1983 BMW 316 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 316 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW 316 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 1983 BMW 316. 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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1983 BMW 316 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Maestro | 316 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |