2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 239 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | MM Roadster | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
