2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century 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 226 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | MM Roadster | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
