1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 22 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 474 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, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Maestro | 325 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |