2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MM Roadster | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
