2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC Smart would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2004 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 2004 MCC Smart | |
Make | Alpina | MCC |
Model | B7 | Smart |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |