2002 MCC Smart vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 905 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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart. 2011 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2002 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2002 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | MCC | BMW |
| Model | Smart | 520 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
