2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo 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 241 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | MM Roadster | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
