1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 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 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1015 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 BMW 740 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 BMW 740. 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 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1999 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maestro | 740 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2940 mm |
