1987 Austin Montego vs. 1963 BMW 700
To start off, 1987 Austin Montego is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Montego weights approximately 444 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 BMW 700 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 1963 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 1963 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 700 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2130 mm |
