1988 Austin Montego vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 440 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 BMW 700 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 1965 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 700 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |
