1989 Austin Montego vs. 1959 BMW 503
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 30 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 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 503 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 1959 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1959 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 503 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
