2005 BMW 320 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 700 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.
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, 2005 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 320 | Smart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
