1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2000 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2000 Bentley Azure is newer by 16 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1535 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.
Because 2000 Bentley Azure 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 2000 Bentley Azure. 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, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro. 2000 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2000 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Maestro | Azure |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
