1995 BMW 528 vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 528 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
