1999 MCC Smart vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 14 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1309 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.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | MCC | BMW |
| Model | Smart | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2968 mm |
