1984 Austin Montego vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1954 BMW 502 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 1954 BMW 502. 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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1954 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 502 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
