1993 Austin Montego vs. 1959 BMW 600
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Austin Montego weights approximately 600 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Austin Montego (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1959 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Montego | 600 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1710 mm |
