1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 6 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 684 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Maestro weights approximately 8 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 1996 Ferrari F50. 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Maestro | F50 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |
