1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 590 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 330 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
