1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1988 BMW Z1
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW Z1 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1985 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW Z1 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 1988 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1988 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 1988 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maestro | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
