1984 Austin Montego vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 516 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 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 120 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
