1984 Austin Montego vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 22 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 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 325 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
