2006 BMW M3 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Smart would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2005 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | M3 | Smart |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |