2006 BMW 330 vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 686 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 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 330 | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
