1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Austin Maestro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Maestro weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Maestro | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Maestro | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |