1992 BMW 332 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 332 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |