2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1973 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina 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 274 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1973 Ford Cortina | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | MM Roadster | Cortina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |