2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 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 266 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | MM Roadster | 96 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
