2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
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 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta 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 220 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | MM Roadster | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
