2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Smart | BMW |
Model | Roadster | 328 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |