1982 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 318 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1982 BMW 318 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 318 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 318 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |