1989 BMW 730 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2003 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, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 730 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | 730 | Smart |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |