1990 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
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, 2007 Smart Brabus (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Smart Brabus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316. 2007 Smart Brabus has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart Brabus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 316 | Brabus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
