2007 BMW 550 vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2001 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 550 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |