1986 Austin Maestro vs. 2009 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1986 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1986 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 2009 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Maestro | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 774 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 104.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| 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 Length | 4060 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 96 L |
