1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Because 1996 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Maestro | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 540 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |