2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Polo 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 256 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | MM Roadster | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
