1994 Austin Montego vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 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 2005 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1994 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1994 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2005 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 530 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
