1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 15 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 805 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 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro. 2003 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Maestro | A6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
