1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 BMW 116
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 17 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 290 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 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 2007 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maestro | 116 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
