2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit 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 170 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | MM Roadster | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |
