1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 405 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
