1984 Austin Montego vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 11 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 LM weights approximately 112 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 1995 McLaren F1 LM 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 1995 McLaren F1 LM. 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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
| Make | Austin | McLaren |
| Model | Montego | F1 LM |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 357 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
