2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1974 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1974 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | MM Roadster | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
