2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1996 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Thunderbird.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1996 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | MM Roadster | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
