2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 634 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Alpina | MCC |
| Model | B3 | Smart |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
