1986 BMW 735 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2005 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, 1986 BMW 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 735 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |
