2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 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 230 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | MM Roadster | 356 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |