2009 BMW 520 vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 520 | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 520 | Smart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1820 mm |
