2005 BMW 748 vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 3 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 1025 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, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 748 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |