2007 Smart ForTwo vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 656 kg more than 2007 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Smart ForTwo | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Smart | BMW |
| Model | ForTwo | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 51 L |
