1985 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 721 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 70 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 2010 Koenigsegg CCX 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 2010 Koenigsegg CCX. 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 785 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Austin | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Montego | CCX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
