1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 11 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 655 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Maestro | 928 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
