2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 236 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MM Roadster | 250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
