1959 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700.
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 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2009 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 700 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 1870 mm |
