2008 BMW 525 vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 525 | Smart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
