1993 Austin Montego vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Montego | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
