1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 23 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 625 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro. 2007 BMW 330 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. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Maestro | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Maestro | 330 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |