1993 Austin Montego vs. 1993 BMW 5.8
To start off, both 1993 Austin Montego and 1993 BMW 5.8 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego.
Because 1993 BMW 5.8 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 1993 BMW 5.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Austin Montego | 1993 BMW 5.8 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Montego | 5.8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 786 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |