1999 Audi S8 vs. 1983 Austin Maestro
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 766 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1983 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S8 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
