1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 905 kg more than 2001 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | Dinan | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| 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 | 326 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |
