2003 BMW M3 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 4 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 665 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | M3 | Smart |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 21.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 3.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |
