2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW MM Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW MM Roadster would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MM Roadster | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 661 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
