2006 BMW 645 vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2001 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 2001 MCC Smart | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | 645 | Smart |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 1820 mm |