1979 BMW 633 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 633 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |