2003 BMW M3 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2003 BMW M3 and 2003 MCC Smart were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP) has 269 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (100 Nm). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
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2003 BMW M3 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | M3 | Smart |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 73 HP |
Torque | 350 Nm | 100 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |