2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Nova 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 224 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | MM Roadster | Nova |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
