2009 BMW 550 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | 550 | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 599 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 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 | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |