2005 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Austin Maestro
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1988 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
