1987 Austin Montego vs. 2009 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 730 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 2009 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1987 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1987 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2009 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 730 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3080 mm |
