1987 Austin Montego vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 25 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 810 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 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego. 2012 BMW 535 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. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Montego | 535 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2968 mm |