2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | MM Roadster | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |