2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 291 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW MM Roadster 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model MM Roadster Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 2006 1956
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3245 cc 1192 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 39 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 7.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 42 L


 

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