1957 BMW 503 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 503 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
