2009 BMW 530 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | 530 | Smart |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |