2009 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Smart Ultimate 112
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112.
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 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | M3 | Ultimate 112 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
