2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1989 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 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 149 more horse power than 1989 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 730.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 730. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1989 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | MM Roadster | 730 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
