1985 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 842 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 180 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 Koenigsegg Agera 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 2011 Koenigsegg Agera. 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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 966 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Austin | Koenigsegg |
Model | Montego | Agera |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1290 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 |