1990 BMW 525 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 755 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | 525 | Smart |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |