2000 BMW 323 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2000 BMW 323 and 2000 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 323 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 323 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |