1984 Austin Montego vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 25 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), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 755 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 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Montego | 330 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |