1984 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 27 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 747 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 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Austin | Aston Martin |
| Model | Montego | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1867 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2741 mm |
