1984 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 26 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 850 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 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 2010 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2918 mm |
