1984 Austin Montego vs. 1979 BMW 633
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW 633 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 1979 BMW 633. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1979 BMW 633 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 633 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
