2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 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 242 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | BMW | Marcos |
| Model | MM Roadster | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
