1991 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 1999 Bentley Arnage. 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Austin Montego | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | Montego | Arnage |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |