1984 Austin Montego vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 840 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 BMW 530 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 BMW 530. 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 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 530 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2968 mm |
