1984 Austin Montego vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 10 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 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 766 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 1994 BMW M5 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 1994 BMW M5. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1994 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | M5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
