1984 Austin Montego vs. 1986 BMW 735
To start off, 1986 BMW 735 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 666 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 1986 BMW 735 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 1986 BMW 735. 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, 1986 BMW 735 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1986 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 735 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
