2001 BMW M vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | M | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 33 L |
