1990 Austin Montego vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 863 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 400 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 1979 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Montego | 400 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |