1984 Austin Montego vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1155 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 535 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 535. 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2012 BMW 535 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. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Austin Montego | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Montego | 535 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3071 mm |