2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
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 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental 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 | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | MM Roadster | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 7541 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3230 mm |
