1956 BMW 507 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 507 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 22 L |