1989 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 (545 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1060 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 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 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, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2005 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Austin | Bugatti |
| Model | Montego | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 545 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
