1984 Austin Montego vs. 1996 BMW Z3
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 12 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 352 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 1996 BMW Z3 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 1996 BMW Z3. 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, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1996 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
