1996 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 316 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 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, 1996 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 316 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 316 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |