2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2006 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Smart | BMW |
| Model | ForTwo | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 55 L |
