2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1966 Ford Corsair

To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW MM Roadster 1966 Ford Corsair
Make BMW Ford
Model MM Roadster Corsair
Year Released 2006 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3245 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 8.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 68 L