2009 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | M3 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |