2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | Z3 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 33 L |