1989 Austin Montego vs. 2005 BMW M6
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 16 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 675 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 2005 BMW M6 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 2005 BMW M6. 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, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 2005 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2005 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | M6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
