1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 22 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 1025 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 2012 BMW 730 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 2012 BMW 730. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1990 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1990 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Maestro | 730 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |