1986 Austin Montego vs. 1999 BMW X5
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 13 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1986 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 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, 1999 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 1999 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | X5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
