1986 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1986 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Maestro | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Maestro | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |