2007 BMW 325 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 325 | Smart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 730 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 |
