1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 21 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 470 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, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maestro | 330 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
