2004 BMW M6 vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. 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 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M6 | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | M6 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |