1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster.
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 Turbo (177 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | Turbo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
