1981 BMW 528 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2010 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, 1981 BMW 528 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 528 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 528 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |