1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1994 BMW 740
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 777 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 740 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 1994 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 1994 BMW 740 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Maestro | 740 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |