1984 Austin Montego vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 8 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 396 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1992 BMW 332 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Montego | 332 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |