1986 Austin Montego vs. 1995 BMW CLS
To start off, 1995 BMW CLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego.
Because 1995 BMW CLS 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 1995 BMW CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1995 BMW CLS (260 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm). This means 1995 BMW CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 1995 BMW CLS | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | CLS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
