1999 BMW M28i vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M28i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M28i would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 815 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | M28i | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
