1985 Austin Montego vs. 1984 BMW 628
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 BMW 628 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 1984 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1984 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1984 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 628 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
