1959 BMW 503 vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 47 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 510 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 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 503 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |