2007 Audi S4 vs. 1989 Austin Maestro
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1989 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S4 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
