1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1984 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Maestro | 1992 BMW 332 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Maestro | 332 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |