1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 16 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1605 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 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 1999 Bentley Arnage. 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Maestro | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
