1996 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 530 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 22 L |