2008 Smart Ultimate 112 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112.
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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Smart | BMW |
| Model | Ultimate 112 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
