1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 28 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), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 737 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 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Austin | Aston Martin |
| Model | Maestro | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 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 | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
