1988 BMW M3 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 566 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, 1988 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | M3 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
