1988 Austin Montego vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 2001 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | X5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 93 L |
