1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1953 Buick 40
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Buick 40 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 1953 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 1953 Buick 40 | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Maestro | 40 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |