1974 BMW 3 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 613 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 3 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 3 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1820 mm |