1985 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M5 | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | M5 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | 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 | 256 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |