2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 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 251 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | MM Roadster | 914 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
