1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2002 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 6,253 cc (16 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2002 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Austin | Bugatti |
| Model | Maestro | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
