1989 Austin Maestro vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 905 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Maestro | Panamera |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |