2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Passat 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) has 271 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | MM Roadster | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
