1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 27 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 730 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 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Maestro | S5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
