2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | MM Roadster | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |
