2008 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Smart Brabus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Smart Brabus would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus. 2007 Smart Brabus has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart Brabus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 330 | Brabus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
