2006 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 870 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, 2006 BMW 320 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 320 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |
