1992 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 520 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
