1961 BMW 700 vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC Smart weights approximately 160 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 2004 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 700 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 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 | 660 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2370 mm |
