1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 25 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 845 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Maestro | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Maestro | A5 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |