1991 Austin Montego vs. 1991 BMW M12
To start off, both 1991 Austin Montego and 1991 BMW M12 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego.
Because 1991 BMW M12 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 1991 BMW M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 1991 BMW M12 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | M12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
