2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | MM Roadster | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 119 L |
