1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 456 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 2007 BMW 523 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 2007 BMW 523. 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 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 523 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 523 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
