1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1475 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 Brooklands 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 Brooklands. 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 Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands 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 Brooklands | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | Maestro | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |