1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 30 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 425 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 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Maestro | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2475 mm |
