1989 Austin Montego vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 21 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 1095 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 2010 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 2010 BMW 750 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. 2010 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2010 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 750 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3211 mm |
