1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 26 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 834 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 2009 BMW 630 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 2009 BMW 630. 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, 2009 BMW 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 1983 Austin Maestro has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Austin Maestro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Austin Maestro | 2009 BMW 630 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Maestro | 630 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |