1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 655 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 110 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 Pagani Zonda 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 Pagani Zonda. 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 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Austin | Pagani |
Model | Maestro | Zonda |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 740 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 708 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4886 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2785 mm |