2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Smart | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 125 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 53 L |
