1973 BMW Touring vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | Touring | Smart |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |