2007 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 330 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |