2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2001 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForTwo | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | Smart | BMW |
Model | ForTwo | M3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 798 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1424 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 63 L |