1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1270 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maestro | X5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
