1980 BMW M1 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 611 kg more than 2002 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M1 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | M1 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1820 mm |