1956 BMW 503 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 425 kg more than 1956 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 503 | Montego |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |