2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | Vanquish | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 333 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
