1989 Austin Montego vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 850 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 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1992 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 850 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
