1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 675 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Maestro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
