1976 BMW 630 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 631 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, 1976 BMW 630 (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | 630 | Smart |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |