1995 BMW M5 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 905 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | M5 | Smart |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 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 | 1725 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |