1984 Austin Montego vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 926 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 550 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 550. 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 550 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2969 mm |
