1992 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | M3 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |