2006 BMW 760 vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2001 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2001 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW 760 | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 760 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 35 L |