1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 840 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Maestro | Panamera |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2918 mm |