2009 BMW 545 vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 545 | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 545 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |