1989 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 12 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 660 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 2001 Ferrari 456M 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 2001 Ferrari 456M. 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Montego | 456M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
