1991 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1240 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 Brooklands 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 Brooklands. 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 Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands 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 Brooklands | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Montego | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
