2002 MCC Smart vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 11 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 830 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | MCC | BMW |
| Model | Smart | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1375 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
