1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 23 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 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maestro | 325 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
