2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | Z4 | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |