1999 MCC Smart vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | MCC | BMW |
| Model | Smart | 525 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
