1994 Austin Montego vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 13 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 700 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 2007 BMW Convertible 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. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | Convertible |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
