1990 Austin Montego vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 505 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 2010 BMW 123 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 2010 BMW 123. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Montego | 123 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |