1985 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 22 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 897 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 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maestro | X3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
