2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1998 BMW 740
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 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 | 1998 BMW 740 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | MM Roadster | 740 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
