2002 BMW 330 vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2002 BMW 330 and 2002 MCC Smart were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 799 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2002 MCC Smart | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | 330 | Smart |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |