2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1972 Ford LTD | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | MM Roadster | LTD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
