1979 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 320 (641 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 320 weights approximately 20 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 320 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 320 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1820 mm |
