1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 29 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 715 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 2012 BMW 328 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 2012 BMW 328. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maestro | 328 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
