2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW Z4 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | Z4 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |