1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1996 BMW 332
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 332 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 1996 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1996 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maestro | 332 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
