2009 BMW 328 vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart.
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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 328 | Smart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
