1999 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 1999 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 325 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 325 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 33 L |
