1999 MCC Smart vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 670 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, 2010 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | MCC | BMW |
| Model | Smart | 116 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
