1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1960 BMW 700
To start off, 1984 Austin Maestro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Maestro weights approximately 255 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 BMW 700 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 1960 BMW 700. 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, 1984 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1960 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maestro | 700 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
