2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (380 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS 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 | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MM Roadster | SS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
