1959 BMW 503 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 640 kg more than 1959 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 503. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 503 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
