1998 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 320 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |
