1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 1600 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
