1971 BMW Touring vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | Touring | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
