2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | MM Roadster | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
