1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 535 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 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Maestro | 959 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |