1972 BMW 3 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2000 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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 3 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1820 mm |