1990 BMW 316 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 21 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 316 2011 Smart ForTwo
Make BMW Smart
Model 316 ForTwo
Year Released 1990 2011
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1596 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 2695 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1542 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 1867 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 33 L


 

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