2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster.
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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Smart | BMW |
Model | Roadster | 535 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4907 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 |