2005 Smart Roadster vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Roadster | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Smart | BMW |
| Model | Roadster | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
