1985 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 26 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 902 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 777 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 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 2011 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Austin | Bugatti |
| Model | Montego | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
