1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 23 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 328 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
