1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 15 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 775 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 2005 BMW M3 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 2005 BMW M3. 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2005 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Maestro | M3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 337 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |